Nutrition & Weight

ENCORE: Nutritional Treatment of Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, Part 1
October 22, 2020
Dr. Melvyn Grovit specializes in the nutritional treatment of Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis—especially in kids. He describes his first case, that of a 17-year-old with Crohn’s Disease who was emaciated, debilitated, suffering from uncontrollable diarrhea, subject to frequent hospitalizations for intestinal obstruction, his academic career on hold, and at serious risk of early death. The Big Reveal: that patient was Dr. Grovit himself 65 years ago! Now 82, Dr. Grovit is healthy, in full remission without the aid of drugs, and actively treating patients in his nutritional practice in White Plains, New York. What type of diet supports healing of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? Once healing has occurred, can you occasionally cheat? Which nutraceuticals has Dr. Grovit found helpful? Probiotics? Omega 3 fish oil? Specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)? Fish peptides? Amino acids? Curcumin? What role can growth hormone (HGH) play in facilitating kids’ recovery? Why hasn’t the gastroenterology establishment embraced these methods? Dr. Grovit shares the remarkable results he’s seen in his practice, including a peer-reviewed study he’s published documenting his successes. He discusses the origins of NIBD in Kids, a non-profit devoted to promoting natural cures for pediatric IBD. Click HERE for part 2.

Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 17, Part 2
October 19, 2020
Supplements for heart failure; Let’s talk about vitamin D; Dietary flavonoids vs. depression; Carb-laden diet may worsen insomnia; Exercise vs. cancer—timing may matter; Hydroxychloroquine shows benefits when used early; Remdesivir fails to help sickest patients; Vitamin D vs. breast cancer in African-American women; Vitamin B3 for mood. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 10, Part 1
October 12, 2020
Lipoic acid supplements shown to support weight loss; Low Immunoglobulin A—how to raise it? Can Crohn’s Disease be cured naturally? Low T3 despite thyroid medication—is natural thyroid the answer? Can your HDL cholesterol be too high? Abnormal liver function tests predict worse COVID-19 outcomes; “Black for Health”—the next big thing? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for October 10, Part 2

Vagal nerve stimulation for atrial fibrillation? World Health Organization calls for avoidance of “non-essential” dental procedures amid pandemic—dentists push back; “Stop all supplements” before surgery—NOT! Is high-dose biotin a promising treatment for Alzheimer’s? Dietary flavonoids shown to fend off dementia; Can a blood test reveal the status of your immune system? Russia and China claim COVID-19 vaccine breakthroughs—are they ready for primetime? Mexico state bans sale of sugary drinks and junk food to children in effort to curtail skyrocketing obesity rates. Click HERE for part 1. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.

Leyla Weighs In: How do you know if you’re taking the right supplements?
October 2, 2020
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin answers these listener questions: My husband and I take a lot of supplements--about 55 pills a day! How do we know if we're taking the right ones at the right dosages?; If you were asked to design nutritional curricula for grammar, middle and high school students, what would you include?

ENCORE: Six Keys to a Happy and Healthy Life, Part 1
October 1, 2020
Veteran integrative practitioner Dr. Frank Lipman, author of "How to Be Well," describes the 6 keys to a happy and healthy life. Why has he embraced the low-carb diet paradigm? What elimination diets form the core of his wellness programs? What foods can undermine health? Why is Dr. Lipman a proponent of healing broths? How best to undertake a detox program? What’s wrong with counting calories? Why is salt restriction overdone? What roles do other lifestyle factors play in undermining health? Sleep deprivation? Social isolation? Sedentary habits? Device dependency? How do touch, music, and gratitude support wellness? Is there hope that the How to Be Well paradigm will prevail in the face of resistance from mainstream medicine? Click HERE for part 2.

ENCORE: Six Keys to a Happy and Healthy Life, Part 2

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with veteran integrative practitioner Dr. Frank Lipman, author of "How to Be Well." Click HERE for part 1.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 1: Coconut Yogurt!
September 30, 2020
All about coconut yogurt!; Tell me how you would eat if you were an ethical vegetarian. Click HERE for part 2.

Q&A with Leyla, Part 2: Supportive Nutrients for Cognitive Function

How do you respond to the study that high doses of vitamin D may lead to loss of bone mineral density in women?; Can you discuss supportive nutrients for cognitive function including Whole Coffee Fruit Concentrate?; What doses of CoQ10 and Ubiquinol do you recommend? I'm overweight and on a statin; What are your thoughts on taking Prevagen for memory? Click HERE for part 1.

ENCORE: Intelligent Medicine Radio Show for September 19, Part 1
September 21, 2020
2020 diet buzzwords: Intermittent Fasting (IF) and Time-Restricted Feeding (TRF); Americans eat non-stop, consume 1/3 of calories as snacks, drink their calories; The “protein leverage hypothesis” may explain why you overeat; Hot chili peppers cut death risk; All those new hospital mergers don’t boost efficiency, patient satisfaction; Drugs hastily approved at year-end deadline more often withdrawn or given black box warnings; “Borderline creatinine”—does it matter? What to do for elusive abdominal pain? Click HERE for part 2. Click HERE for articles and resources relating to this podcast episode.